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Coastal Mississippi promises health and safety to tourists
If tourism numbers are any indication, it appears Coastal Mississippi’s message is coming across loud and clear - a promise of health and safety - a vow tourism leaders are urging everyone in our area to lend a hand with. News…
Mississippi Boaters for Trump parade
Over the weekend hundreds of boats set sail here on the coast in support of President Trump. On the fourth of July, event organizers say around 200 boats participated in the Mississippi boaters for trump parade. The parade started in Long…
DPS to require masks at all driver license offices as of July 13
The state Department of Public Safety, which includes all driver license offices, will begin requiring masks to be worn at all offices starting July 13. In a press release, the DPS said the decision was made because of the continuing…
More than 600 cases of COVID-19, 30 deaths reported in state
More than 600 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the state, as well as 30 new deaths -- including one in Harrison County. Harrison County now has one of the highest rates of reported cases in the state, with…
Diamondhead man pleads guilty in truck-buying scheme
GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) - A Diamondhead man has pleaded guilty to bank fraud, admitting that he inflated the cost of trucks he was buying to get extra money from lenders. U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst in Gulfport said Tuesday that Louis…
USM renovating Stadium Plaza on Hattiesburg campus
The University of Southern Mississippi is renovating a much-traveled area of campus that will create another level of engagement for students, faculty, staff and visitors. The University Union/Stadium Plaza located on the West side of M.M. Roberts Stadium is being…
Moss Point citizens speak out about Black Lives Matter mural
During a virtual Moss Point Board of Aldermen meeting tonight, a few citizens continued to voice their concerns over the Black Lives Matter mural outside city hall. People who joined the meeting during the public comment portion asked Mayor Mario…
Highway 90 near Biloxi City Cemetery closed to remove skeletal remains
Part of HWY 90 will be closed near the Biloxi City Cemetery as experts are moving forward to remove skeletal remains that were discovered in 2018 during construction for a water line. The right-hand, westbound lane will be closed from…
Act of kindness inspires others to pay it forward at Taco Sombrero in Gulfport
One customer’s act of kindness at Taco Sombrero in Gulfport inspired 78 other drivers to pay it forward. Taco Sombrero Drive-Thru Cashier Makenna Morgan said, “At first, we were kind of shocked. We thought it would just be five cars…
Free COVID-19 testing at Feed my Sheep Friday
As COVID-19 cases continue to climb, so does the need for testing. News 25’s Toni Miles shows us what two local nonprofits are doing to help stop the spread of the virus. Since Katrina, Feed my Sheep in Gulfport has…
Reaching out to domestic violence victims during pandemic
Times of economic and psychological stress at home as well as isolation are drivers for domestic violence. During the coronavirus lock downs, there was an increase in the number of calls for domestic violence and an increase in the number…
Masks to be required inside all City of Gautier buildings
GAUTIER, Mississippi (July 7, 2020) — Beginning Wednesday, July 8, the City of Gautier will require the use of masks in all public buildings as part of its COVID-19 response. All visitors and City workers will be required to wear a…
One man in custody after hostage situation in Harrison County
One man is in custody following a hostage situation in Harrison County this afternoon. The incident took place at a trailer park off of Canal Road near Long Beach. Multiple agencies responded to the incident, including the Harrison County Sheriff’s…
COVID-19: 957 new cases, 44 new deaths statewide
Today, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 957 new coronavirus cases in the state and 44 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 32,214 confirmed cases and 1,158 deaths. Here are the numbers for our area: Hancock County is…
Governor Reeves requests federal assistance following Tropical Storm Cristobal
PEARL, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves has requested a Federal Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance following Tropical Storm Cristobal, which impacted the Mississippi Gulf Coast on June 7-8, 2020. Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments were conducted by FEMA, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency…
Mississippi LT. Gov Delbert Hosemann tests positive for COVID; Governor Reeves tests negative
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press/ Report for America JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann has tested positive for the coronavirus. The announcement about 73-year-old Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann came Tuesday, hours after Gov. Tate Reeves said his…
Single vehicle collision claims the life of George County teenager
State troopers responded to a single vehicle collision early Monday morning in Stone County that claimed the life of a George County teenager. Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the single vehicle wreck located on Highway 26 west of Highway 15.…
PSC sets up committee to address internet issues in state
The Public Service Commission has voted to establish a committee to look at internet connectivity issues in the state to ensure that everyone has access. During its open meeting in July 2020, the Mississippi PSC established the “Connect Mississippi Committee”…
George County teen dies in single-vehicle wreck
A George County teenager was killed Tuesday morning in a single-vehicle wreck in Stone County, the Mississippi Highway Patrol said in a press release. Troopers responded to a a wreck of a 2006 Nissan Maxima at 5:19 a.m. on Highway…
BP Oil Spill settlement money could be heading to the Coast soon
Millions of dollars in BP Oil Spill settlement money earmarked to fund projects in South Mississippi could soon be heading to the Coast. Now that the state House and Senate have given their finalized lists of projects to receive restore…
Pascagoula city employees tests positive for COVID-19
Masks are now required in order to enter all City of Pascagoula buildings after a few city employees tested positive for COVID-19. The employees that tested positive for the virus are currently self-isolating. There was also a deep cleaning of…
Governor Tate Reeves responds to growing number of COVID cases
Governor Reeves sent out a tweet over the weekend responding to the growing number of coronavirus cases in the state of Mississippi. It reads “Liberal media is trying to claim the increase of coronavirus was just caused by family BBQ’s…
House Speaker Philip Gunn tests positive for COVID-19
House Speaker Philip Gunn says he has tested positive for the coronavirus. Gunn said in a video posted to Facebook that he got tested because he had been in close proximity to another member of the House who tested positive.…